The Delta Integrale EVO I (or Deltona, as it is affectedly dubbed by its devoted fanbase) is perhaps the most iconic modern Lancia ever made. Emerging victorious after a shocking six World Rally Championships in a row between 1987 and 1992, Lancia celebrated this success with a series of special limited editions, each showcasing a unique colour and interior trim.

The Verde York is perhaps one of the most desirable and attractive of those special editions, with its distinctive dark green finishing and cream leather upholstery. It was released in the summer of 1992 and was designed to ‘put special emphasis on the values of performance and technical sophistication’ for Lancia’s more discerning customers.

This particular Delta Integrale is one of only 200 16-valve, 210-bhp non-catalysed Verde Yorks ever produced. It was delivered new in Italy in November 1992 and was rarely used by its original owner, until he finally parted ways with it in 2017. Even the protective plastic was kept in place on the carpets. The car is fresh out of a full and comprehensive service at a cost of €12,000, which included a new clutch, brake service, cooling system, new rubber bushings in the suspension, oil change and a complete detailing. It comes with original owner’s manuals and invoices for the recent services.

Truly fantastic cars to drive with a link to some of the most iconic rally cars of all time, Delta Integrales have always had a strong following, and low-mileage, highly original examples, such as the lovely ‘Verde York’ Integrale presented here, are always in demand. Finding a better example would certainly be difficult.